When you feel insecure it is probably because you have put too much importance on getting the ball into the hole and are focusing on a certain score. Certainly it is frustrating to miss a putt. Missing is part of the game. The more you dwell on missed putts, the more insecure you will feel.
There are only two ways to miss a putt, either by miss-hitting the ball, or miss-reading the line of the putt. Through practice you will learn to combine the right speed and direction to putt the ball. Most good putters focus their attention on rolling the ball on line. If you can pick the right line and roll the ball on that line, that is all you can do. The results are out of your control. The challenge is in getting those two parts of the equation to work together, and accepting the end result. Prepare your mind by using the same pre-shot routine every time. This will enhance your chances of accomplishing the putt without interruption or distraction.
If you have feelings of fear, doubt or worry, know that your mind is wandering into thoughts of your past or future putts, and away from the task at hand. To refocus, use the time while waiting your turn to prepare your mind.
- Take in as much information as you can about the green.
- Choose your plan to roll the ball on the line into the hole.
- Rehearse it in your mind until it is very clear.
- Breathe deeply to relax your mind and body.
- Take practice putting strokes to access your feel and tempo.
- Trust that your plan is a good one.
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